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Godfather

84/100 (1563 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The best Italian restaurant ever!! Personal and family dinners, business and company events, all handled with a personal touch by the Balistreri..."

Cheryl Chase-Berkson

"Very good restaurant , beautiful ambient , food excellent and the owner is very Sicilian !!! I recommend it..."

Ivan Lo Cicero

"Excellent food, wine, service and pianist. Love, love this..."

Cheryl Finkbeiner

"Wonderful service to our table. Great food,semi formal attire,and a great date night idea. :) I would reccomend everyone eats here at least once...."

Sara Gould

"It's been a long time but I like how I have been there 6 times in 5 years and Anthony remembers me by name every..."

Shylo Benji Horne

"Anthony and his crew are five stars Food is..."

John Calderson

"My friends love the place great food and..."

Don Wooding

"Excellent food, entertainment and..."

Joshua Daniel Cole

"Just stopped in without a reservation and wearing jeans and T-Shirts. We felt a little underdressed, but that didn’t affect the level of service...."

hikingaf

"This restaurant is truly the best. The service was outstanding. The food was amazing and delicious. This was the best meal we have had during our 2..."

karla balch-reno

"I was pleasantly surprised at just how good this restaurant is. Everything I had from the bread, the butter, the salad, the freshly grated cheese,..."

Robert McKenzie

"Highly recommend this place if you want stellar service, old-world atmosphere, and delicious food. The sea bass is a definite..."

Debra Parmenter

"Had our annual Christmas party there this year. 2nd time and just as great as we..."

Nannette James

"Our server, Sean, was awesome! This is my second visit and my husband’s first and we had a great time! He adored the fried zucchini appetizer...."

Christina Hartley

"The service and ambiance here are spot on! Their service is attentive and professional which is a nice change since quality service has been lost in..."

Dawn Sasso toth

"Old World Italian restaurant that's been in a strip mall for 50+ years, and we finally discovered it. Waiters in suit coat & tie, excellent food and..."

Jack Stanton

"Very delicious Lasagne al Forno – Chef Isidoro Balistreri’s family recipe and Tiramisu – house-made recipe! Wonderful ambience, with a..."

Bruce Colbert

"Great service, great place, amazing food. We came right after the restaurant opened up, at 4pm and got busy very fast. The host was polite so was the..."

Ruta P.

"Authentic, Italian, romantic, and old-world charm all in one place. Step back in time to the days where servers actually care about a diners..."

Jessica Nathan

"I love The Godfather! Everything is always fresh and delicious the food never disappoints. The desserts, OH MAN... the desserts are so good and..."

Kaysi Corona

"Honest review… As previous posters mentioned, the parking lot situation is not ideal, but valet is only $4, making it relatively inexpensive. Wine..."

Brent Warner

"The Godfather Restaurant might be the best restaurant in San Diego! To start Godfather's Marinara (Non-meat) sauce is velvety and stimulates you your..."

Cosmo Romero

"Traditional Italian food with an elegant dining experience. Great atmosphere with a live pianist playing classics, good wine selection and tons of..."

Ryan Warner

"The food and service is outstanding! Took my Mom here to celebrate her 80th birthday and could not have had a better experience. Ricardo, our waiter..."

Cindy Palmer

"Luke was one of the best waiters I have ever had. Was exactly right with his recommendations, answered all of our questions and always checked on us..."

Elizabeth Simmons

The Red Door

84/100 (1269 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"We came here to celebrate our anniversary since it's always been a place we've wanted to try and were surprised how small it is but we're so glad we..."

Katie O'Neil

"A co-worked and I stopped by this place on a whim for dinner and it was the most pleasant experience. We had the burrata and shared the filet..."

Tiana Ukleja

"I went to The Red Door during a business trip per the recommendation of a colleague. It certainly didn’t disappoint! The atmosphere is pleasant,..."

Craig Beck

"Was looking for San Diego's best Beef Wellington and I think I found it here! The Red Door makes for a perfect date night, and a must-try for any..."

Josh

"Soup is absolutely amazing, salad is really good, wife took me here as a first time restaurant experience as we always go out and go to the same..."

Aaron Jackson

"The food, the staff, and the ambiance were remarkable. I can't wait to bring my friend to taste the amazing food. We had veal meatballs, meat mac &..."

MMurillo A

"Fabulous food. Wonderful wine. Gracious host and attentive and friendly staff. One of my favorite places in San..."

Rob Salzman

"Wow! This place is so cute. They have a separate bar area from the actual dining room. We are not in the restaurant, we are dining in the bar area...."

Michael Marcus

"Ingredientes are organic, locally sourced. The place is small and cozy. (Reservations recommended). The service friendly, and efficient. The Chef,..."

Luz María Fernández

"Great service and helpful staff. Came to celebrate our anniversary, and it was a special place. Staff was so friendly and made us feel welcomed. Our..."

Elizabeth Ortiz

Petrini's Italian Restaurant

83/100 (1843 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"We enjoyed a great dinner here. The food is authentic and delicious. Service is good. Price is..."

Shih-Feng Cho

"Amazing place, food is delicious it comes in two courses. I loved the soup and the best of all the prices are very affordable compared to other..."

Ali Bueishi

"Beautiful location cozzy and cute. Food is acceptable not authentic italian but better than most of americanized italian places. I would totally..."

Lina Nguyen

"The food and service were both excellent! In my experience restaurants can be very hit-or-miss when it comes to alfredo sauce, and Petrini's was..."

K H

"Such a beautiful spot! The food was delicious! They have a large menu with lots of gluten free options. Almost all of the pasta dishes can sub GF..."

Laura Whitehouse

"Lasagna with meat sauce is the way to go, try it out. You will not be disappointed, I walked into this restaurant many years ago.I keep coming back..."

Erlinda Salcido

"We’re from out of town; we came here for dinner on our first night in San Diego. So glad we did. Short walk from our hotel at the Westin. No..."

Eddie Lieu

"Exceptional food and service! In my dining experiences, Alfredo sauce can be a hit-or-miss, and at Petrini's, it was undoubtedly a hit. The Caesar..."

Danela D

"The dining experience at Petrini's was exceptional, with both the food and service standing out. In my past experiences, restaurants can vary..."

Michelle Peterson

"I placed my order online for delivery by a service. Chicken parm with penne, meatballs, sausage, seasonal vegetables, and Italian wedding soup. I'm..."

Talbot Brooks

"Awesome service. The appetizer sampler was delish. The Italian wedding soup tasted fresh with quality ingredients. We got the pasta with meat..."

Cherilyn Jones

"Amazing restaurant in little Italy, went here with my dad and the atmosphere was great, a little expensive, but fine for two people. Not a place for..."

Juliette Vasas

"I can't rate their service or atmosphere because I ordered Uber eats from here, but the food was DELICIOUS! I ordered lasagna, garlic bread and..."

Shelly S

"Great food! We ordered veal parmesan, cheese ravioli, and the eggplant. It was all delicious. They service was great. Our waiter was very friendly..."

Natasha Souza

Enoteca Adriano

83/100 (1202 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"It had been awhile since we last dined here, but the food was consistently good. If you have room left for dessert, order the Pope's Pillow. Light..."

E Graze

"Oh my gosh. When they said that this was the best Italian food in San Diego they weren’t kidding!!! It was absolutely fabulous. The portions are..."

Susan Willett

"Amazing local place. Services and location A+. For all the other Italian places the quality of the food was 4 stars. Street Parking in this..."

Alex Melendez

"Absolutely amazing experience. Wonderful atmosphere off the beaten path. Cozy , romantic and Italian food that is absolutely phenomenal. They have a..."

Laura Addis

"My favorite Italian restaurant to visit when I'm in the San Diego area. Fun atmosphere, great service, awesome wine selection, and always tasty..."

David Morgan

"Such a beautiful place. With a great feel! Food was delicious!!! I can't emphasize it enough!!! Everything was amazing..."

laurence mcdermott III

"We always love to go to Enoteca Adriano. They have unique Italian dishes and great ambience. We had lightly seared cod last night and sausage pasta..."

Teresa

"I came here last Friday for dinner and wow. absolutely delicious. I made reservations thru email and got a confirmation back within 15 minutes. I..."

nattie m.

"Amazing food. A real gem hiding in plain sight. The best bread we’ve ever had. Smart casual with incredible authentic food. The desserts are..."

Shahab Khan

"Wow, amazing Italian restaurant in Pacific Beach. My wife and I found this place through Yelp, I must say the foods are superb, very authentic..."

Julius Marzuki

"This hidden gem is absolutely amazingly delicious. Our server Ada is one of the best I've encountered at what she does! Great location, vibe,..."

Jerwin Mendigorin

"We were lucky to have Hector as our server, and whomever the chef was and cooks were please let them know they were outstanding in every way with..."

Tom Keller

"One of my favorite spots in all of San Diego! This little eatery is tucked away in a cozy and tranquil pacific beach neighborhood, the owner and..."

Keon Hessamian

"Food was really good I would say, accomodative and tasty! Authentic Italian! Service can be better. Overall a nice experience, wine was good..."

Shashank Bharatrajan

"High quality Italian food. Great, quiet location. They frequently have a movie going on a projector outside as well. The movie makes it more..."

Edward Snelgrove

"Amazing experience with two of my close friends. For an Appetizer we ordered their Burrata wrapped in Prosciutto and topped with Melon. The burrata..."

Jake Twomey

"Went here on a Saturday night with some friends. We all loved our food and the atmosphere was lovely. Dessert too! This is the best Italian I’ve..."

Kara Steckel

"Everything was excellent. Our server Barbara was one of the best we have ever had. The food and wine came quickly and we thoroughly enjoyed our..."

Shawn McMahon

Mama Cella's Italian Kitchen

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our family has been coming here for 8+ years! Great food and excellent..."

Celeste Crismore

"I love love love this place. Best food and great service !!! Lasagna is perfection and spaghetti is amazing. The sauce is delicious!! Also get a..."

Kelli Taliaferro

"Amazing food and service. Chicken parm=the best! Nice little secret of rancho..."

Nikki Milgram

"The LASAGNE is to DIE FOR!!�� Best I have had since leaving..."

Carol Wellhausen

"Love this place - The best meat sauce in town and they treat you like..."

Mary West McGeeney

"Some of the best, most authentic Italian I've had anywhere. Super staff! My parents are regulars for the Wednesday Lasagne lunch special and they are..."

Gwen Besselievre

"Best Italian food and service around. Love going..."

David Brownstead

"Night outWe are first time diners at Mama Cella’s and we will be back! Our dinner was wonderful. I had chicken piccata and my husband had..."

Adweta Dhar

"I stopped here in hope that they served good Italian food. I ordered the Chicken fettuccine Alfredo and I was glad, it had a lot of flavor and a..."

Mayra Singh

"Mama Cellas was voted one of the best Italian restaurants a few years ago. It is a small place in Rancho Bernardo and is family run. The food is..."

Dave A.

"Great Italian fodd. Anyone looking for a great meal at a great should visit Mama Cellas. I personally recommend the Eggplant Parm. You and the wife..."

Rob Knudsen

"Like it alot. Fair price, nice atmosphere, good wait staff. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a small locally run..."

Txmikecook

"Great place. From a first date to a family outing Mama Cellas is fantastic. If you love a family Italian bistro with fresh food and great flavors..."

K Young

"Outstanding family restaurant, quality food, good service and one of my favorites in Rancho Bernardo for..."

Brian Sims

"Mama Cella's is reminiscent of the classic and homestyle restaurants one might find on vacation in Italy. The atmosphere inside has a cozy and..."

bristian hull

"Excellent chicken Parm, lasagna, and many options. Super nice and offered options to help us fit preferences. Chicken Alfredo is amazing. Great..."

Bryan Macy

"It was a very nice quaint small Italian restaurant that serves excellent food. I had their fettuccine alfredo with shrimp and it was the best..."

Terry Schultz

"We had a GREAT waitress at 12:30 lunch Monday 3/6! Next time, I'll get her name... (we'll be back!) But she handled 8 or 12 tables with ease and..."

Joe Utschig

"Great place to eat and have a date night with someone special. Great family owned, and the service was spot on. Amanda gave us service to remember...."

Lea Smith

"This place is for takeout only, which is fine because that’s what we wanted to do. We ordered gluten-free supreme pizza. It was excellent! Could..."

Been2 All50

"Typical neighborhood Italian right down to the red checkered table clothes. I had Minestrone soup with great flavor. Followed that up with Spaghetti..."

Jim Aksel

"Very good Italian restaurant. Always on my..."

Greg Siller

"Saw this place suggested by a neighbor. Decided to get it on a whim. The place doesn't look like much from the outside, it's next to a 7-11 and right..."

Wes Cheney

Bencotto Italian Kitchen

83/100 (2850 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Holy cow. One of the many amazing Italian joints in Little Italy with plenty of deli soup food and drinks with something for everyone. Stopped in..."

Taylor Gardner

"Stopped by for lunch today our server was Josue. The weather was great outside but we sat inside to be out of the sun. The many dishes and appetizers..."

Everett Diem

"I had a fantastic dining experience at Bencotto Italian in San Diego. The atmosphere was charming, the staff was incredibly friendly, and the food..."

Lisaura Herrera

"Bencotto is situated in Little Italy, San Diego, and we decided to give it a shot for dinner. We ordered the TAGLIATELLE with fromagi sauce and the..."

Ido Simyoni

"I am from Boston and have been to the North End and Providence RI for some of the best Italian food on earth. Saying that, I have spent the last..."

Michael Carlin

"I had an absolutely amazing dining experience at this Italian restaurant. As frequent travelers, we explore eateries nationwide, and this gem stands..."

Mateo Ianotti

"Best tiramisu in Little Italy. We ordered the cheesewheel, squid-ink fettuccine, tiramisu and torta caprese. It’s not too busy during weekday..."

Sindy

"Pretty good pasta.. it won’t leave you lost for words or saying mmmmmmm. Dishes looked great. I got the cheese wheel pasta, squid ink, and..."

Ryan Nunez

"By far, BEST Italian restaurant in town so far. Half Spanish, half Italian here and I couldn’t have loved this place more. It tastes 100%..."

Patricia Péculo

"Bencotto doesn't scream ambience. The decor is just nice. And I arrived late for a 9 o'clock dinner and chose to sit upstairs then quickly move..."

Aaron Grant III GRE_Group_Broker

"All the staff was really nice and quick to help with anything. The cheese wheel pasta was really good and the tiramisu dessert was also great. It’s..."

Jose Mendoza

"The ambience was lovely and we came as a large group and were seated immediately and served well. Regarding the food, not the best considering other..."

Becky George

"When in Little Italy , make sure you do your diligence at the Bencotto. We didn’t have reservations for the lunch though got a seat for the two of..."

Salim Ali Khan

"Listen, I've had plenty of Italian food but this is easily one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten from. I ordered the cheese wheel pasta which..."

Hervin Balfour

"Popped in here for a quick snack before a big ol' dinner for a wedding. Food was great, service was very good. Only bummer is we didnt get to try..."

Hong Kim

"Jeff was an amazing server and took great care of us and all of the food was seriously amazing. I wish I could have physically eaten more. Great..."

Sarah Lough

"Loved the food and atmosphere. The food is DELICIOUS!! I would definitely recommend going to this place. It is a little pricey though so if you are..."

Daniela Valdez

Buca Di Beppo Italian Restaurant

83/100 (3641 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"If you have a large group and like to share food, this is a great place to go that won't break the bank. Great atmosphere with lots of big tables and..."

Brett LaCues

"Food was very good with a big menu to choose from. Every staff member we dealt with was extremely friendly and accommodating. Be aware that the food..."

Chris Boyack

"We had the pleasure of sitting at the Kitchen Table, and if it's something you have never done, I would highly recommend it. We had a blast with the..."

Jessica Gravitt

"Been craving for Italian cuisine and this restaurant is the 1st we saw here on Google. Our server Andrea made our first time experience incredible ...."

Daphne Gonzales

"This place is great, the food is delicious, we order spicy arrabbiata pizza and wings, they were very tasty, the attention from Rudy was good he was..."

Miriam Reyes

"Atmosphere was divine! Restrooms were super clean which is always a plus! The staff was very attentive and I could not recommend eating here..."

Kimberly Mendez

"It was great to be back at Buca Downtown San Diego. Our Server Lisa was really friendly, and kind. She really made sure we felt good to be back...."

Gabriela Vasquez

"I highly recommend taking your family or a group of friends out to eat here. One entree can feed 6 people. Plenty of food and it's well worth it if..."

Katherine Warren

"Great place for family dinners and great food. My son loved the kids pizza and we had great time celebrating grandma birthday. Great service and..."

YOUEL S

"Valentine’s dinner here with my love.. food was pretty good.. service was top notch.. Rudy and Josh A.took really good care of us.. only 1 thumbs..."

Jennifer Barragan

"Absolutely delicious. Great prices,however, its important to know that meals are made to be shared. For example, on the menu you have the option of..."

Erica Almanzar

"This is my first Buca di Beppo experience and I'm glad to make that first visit to this Italian American franchise in San Diego. I'm originally from..."

Sal and Ang Montanino

"Great Atmosphere with the best service ! My order was 10 minutes late and our server NINA offered us a complementary wines. To be honest the wine..."

Evren Imer

"The service was great. The food was amazing!! I believe our servers name was Erica; she was attentive, professional, and polite. Since the food is..."

Tiara Lucas

"Good food. All the dishes come in family size, needs to be shared in at least 3 people. Reasonably priced for the quantity. Nice ambience with..."

Apoorva Deshpande

Civico 1845

83/100 (6102 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"So many amazing vegan options!! Started with fresh bread and pesto (both happen to be vegan) and then I had the vegan lasagna and my partner had a..."

Megan Roe

"Great vibe in the center of Little Italy. Bruschetta with ricotta cheese and prosciutto was among the best. Spicy seafood pasta was also fresh and..."

Yongjin Cho

"I recently visited this restaurant and was very happy with my meal. The food was delicious and service was great. It’s a cute venue that feels very..."

Jerome Cooper

"You will be hard pressed to find fresh vegan pasta in most Italian restaurants, but at Civico 1845, they have a dedicated vegan menu complete with..."

Melissa

"Kerem makes the BEST espresso martini I’ve ever had!! The zucchini blossoms were also out of this world delicious! Service was outstanding and all..."

Samantha Cucinella

"The outdoor seating and freshness of the food reminded me of Sorrento, Italy. Tried all three dishes and they are all perfectly prepared, fresh, and..."

xuan vo

"we are 3 Italians in their late 20’s visiting from NJ/NY…. Pasta was homemade, meals & cannolis phenomenal. We’ve been having a tough time,..."

maddy B

"Great little Italian restaurant. As walk-ins we were able to get the servers to get our party of 8 seated within 10 mins. (It was about 8pm at..."

James L

"I can not understand any of these bad reviews!!! I had gluten free pasta and almond ricotta…. It’s been a long time since I enjoyed Italian..."

Erica Paine

"The best restaurant in San Diego where you can try real Italian cuisine...."

Alessandro Calabrese

"This place is a gem. I had the Spaghetto Italiano from the vegan menu and my husband had the Pappardelle Brasato. The service was excellent and we..."

Tiffany Williams

"This was our first time in Little Italy and we thought they had the best menu from the strip. We had two kids under 4 and they were so accommodating...."

Jeanette Ruffalo

"This establishment is well rounded and offers a diverse array of cuisines. Civico is very friendly to the vegan family, for there are multiple vegan..."

Antwuan M. Donley (Ant)

"We highly recommend Civico 1845, it’s our favorite restaurant in Little Italy. The food is excellent, and the restaurant vibe is very fun. Staff is..."

Rick Brenda Schulze

The Old Spaghetti Factory

83/100 (10231 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The food was decent, service was efficient. The building is really cool and there’s a loft bar/lounge that is probably the most interesting thing..."

Lili Gao

"The Old Spaghetti Factory may be popular mainly for nostalgia, but it does have solid “Italian American” comfort food in a nice atmosphere and..."

Reed B

"This was a great restaurant to hang out in after a long day at the convention center. We'll lit and lots of tables. Easy menu and medium..."

JESSE JAMES CRISCIONE

"Manager's Favorite comes with a side salad (I polluted mine with lots of black pepper and some parmesan cheese), I chose angel hair pasta with..."

gina

"Nicely located in the Gaslamp District. The atmosphere is cozy and the service is nice and quick. The food is decent to good. Recommended if you..."

Derek

"Still the same great atmosphere and food as 10years ago. Recommend making dinner reservations ahead of..."

Juan Reyes

"Have always loved coming here when I'm downtown. Food was great as usual and our server was on top of it!! Great service. Thank you for a nice..."

Stacy Slaten

"The wife and I came here for the first time and we loved it. Service was very kind and respectful, and the food was amazing. Great victorian..."

Steve Barragan

"This is our 1st time at Old Spaghetti Factory and we loved it! The entire atmosphere is intimate with an old luxury vibes. Now let's get to the..."

SHEPARD CHAKRA 7 CORP

"Always a favorite of mine with my kids- our go to is the lasagna (forgot to take pictures of the lasagna🤦🏽‍♀️) which never fails our..."

Diana Ocampo

"We had a nice dinner here. Our party of 4 had a variety of dishes and everyone enjoyed their meals. The service was prompt and pleasant. As a..."

Warren Treadwell

"Good value, simple concept meal. I had never heard of this chain until I visited here and only stumbled across it without looking. Very busy and..."

Aaron Payne

"All around great experience. Food was spectacular, we were seated right away (we went for lunch) and the staff was attentive for the most part. Got a..."

Jamie Sykowski

"I opted for the Manager's Favorite, which was accompanied by a side salad (I enhanced mine with plenty of black pepper and a sprinkle of Parmesan..."

Fender Henderson

"This was our first time to the restaurant. We were in San Diego and wanted a good meal. Our server Victor, was absolutely excellent. Personable,..."

Daniel Trenske

"I really enjoyed the venue. It was a really nice place to eat dinner. The food was simple and not really that flavourful, but it was fine for the..."

Richard Moat

"I've enjoyed the Old Spaghetti Factory for years, and this is one of the better stores in the chain. I love how they occasionally take beautiful..."

Rick Rhay

"I’ve been going to this OSF since the 70’s and it’s so wonderful. The food is delicious. The atmosphere is divine. I love the chandeliers..."

Melody Heald

Nonna

82/100 (3581 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We've been coming to Trattoria for breakfast, lunch and dinner for years because the the food is wonderful and the service is always fantastic. It's..."

Diana Fragoso

"This place is amazing. The staff is welcoming, attentive and friendly. The food (oh, the FOOD!) is delicious and authentic. In true Italian..."

Alison Dowdy Harris

"The staff was very welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was excellent. No one in our party was disappointed! Finally the cannoli is to die..."

Bill Stanley

"This has been our favorite place in little Italy for over 20years. it just got a remodel and menu update. Still fabulous food and great service. ..."

Carolyn Teresacarmen

"The service was excellent, and wine suggestion was delicious. Rigatoni was amazing, mushroom raviolis were awesome. The chicken Marsala was well..."

Dan Crawford

"Great atmosphere, great waiter, food was fantastic and the wait was not long at all. Dessert options are endless and you have to try the Lava Cake. ..."

Steve Broege

"THE best place to eat Italian food in San Diego (besides my kitchen..."

Genyne Kyoshi Bucciero

"Excellent food and impeccable service ! I was here yesterday for a holiday party in the back room . I was extremely impressed how authentic it was...."

Jenny Maroney McGovern

"Awesome place, awesome service, awesome people, awesome food!! Had a great time for family Sunday brunch w our 1 yr old...exactly the experience we..."

Kenny-Keno Alvarez Ortega

"Delicious and authentic. Great service too! The pizza was some of the best I’ve..."

Valerie Marchais Barroso

"Great place with a good street side vibe. Erin was a pleasure, very much enjoyed her service. Food was very good but the Lasagna Special was the..."

Jeramie OK

"After a long day of e-bike riding and exploring San Diego, we decided to head down to Little Italy for an Ice Cream shop. We found ourselves a little..."

David Deckert

"One of the top Italian restaurant I have visit in the last 10 years, I came all the way from Canada to eat here . The pasta and pizza were..."

Tallya Amar

"Excellent Italian food at Nonna + Zuchero. We visited Nonna on a Sunday evening at about 7PM. The server who was waiting on us was very helpful and..."

Karan Bhansali

"Cute location and atmosphere! We split wine and a prosciutto and burrata, which was delicious. The pasta was amazing and tasted so fresh. We didnt..."

Melissa Lim

"Place is epic. The pizzas are extremely flavorful and authentic. Especially the, Salciccia pizza. It has calibrisi peppers only from Italy and the..."

Darren Baker

"Service was great and food was very flavorful. We had the gnocci fritta appetizer, focaccia, bianco pizza, tortellini funghi, and pomodoro pasta. I..."

amber enriquez

"I think the food is okay, but it's more Italian-American than authentic Italian. Out of the stuff we ordered, I liked the eggplant parmigiana. They..."

Anne Plaza

"Dinner here for my wife's birthday. Service and food were beyond over the top. Our waiter came and sang Happy Birthday in Italian to her. It was..."

Erik Camacho

"I was a little taken aback or bummed out when we were not offered outdoor seating and then walked right through the main dining area, down a very..."

Scott Harm

Meze Greek Fusion

82/100 (3596 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Table Service

Live Music

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had a private dinner at Meze in a private are and it was amazing. One of the best Greek food I’ve ever eaten. We had the chance to try most of..."

Julien Letonnelier

"Brought my Armenian family for a feast in the Lava room. Got the lamb chops,grilled salmon and chicken kabob with lemon zest rice/zucchini. Baklava..."

Stan Wolfe

"A very unexpected surprise eating at this place. While they have a lot of traditional Greek fare, their fusion dishes are what you want to try. They..."

Bhavik Patel

"Wow! Came here for a work dinner and the food was delicious. Highly recommend grabbing one of their recommended cocktails and enjoying the..."

Tyler Vonderheide

"Food was good, though the rice was a little dry in my gyro platter. But the saganaki was really good and a great shareable with a fun pyro..."

Melissa Lim

"Service was great. Very friendly staff. I only had one salad so hard to judge the overall food concept. Environment could have a little bit more..."

Paula Bunn

"Stop in here after my float therapy. Food was great love this white sauce . One day I will remember what the name is. Had the chicken kabobs with..."

JASON PHILLIPS

"Excellent dinner with excellent service. Our waitress was great but left so our new waitress was equally pleasant. Recommend this..."

GT Bird

"Wonderful experience! The wait staff was great and the food came out quickly even though we had a table of 10. The cold appetizer plate was amazing..."

Sarah Curtis

"A group of 13 of us came here for my bachelorette. I made my reservation with Patrick and he was super helpful and communicative while choosing menus..."

Elizabeth Stocker

"We walked past this place during the day and couldn’t resist coming back for dinner…it was absolutely the perfect choice for our party of 12! ..."

Kelly Dye

"The restaurant is in the middle of downtown Gaslamp district. I came here for a business meeting plus the restaurant was across the street from my..."

NIKKI E

"Centrally-located within the city's touristy Gaslamp district, this Mediterranean-style food is absolutely yummy. The portions are large. Happy hour..."

Alic Wired

"Easily my favorite Greek restaurant in San Diego is Meze. The food is always solid, the atmosphere is great, on the right night you’ll catch fire..."

Ali S

"Great full service greek food. They have some super interesting drinks and a good wine list. My only gripe is they keep the music pretty loud so..."

Matthew L

"Food was delicious! Giving 4 stars because my burger was a lil raw in the middle. Didn’t notice it until I had already taken a bite..."

Kerri Dalton

Nonna

82/100 (3559 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great place with a good street side vibe. Erin was a pleasure, very much enjoyed her service. Food was very good but the Lasagna Special was the..."

Jeramie OK

"After a long day of e-bike riding and exploring San Diego, we decided to head down to Little Italy for an Ice Cream shop. We found ourselves a little..."

David Deckert

"One of the top Italian restaurant I have visit in the last 10 years, I came all the way from Canada to eat here . The pasta and pizza were..."

Tallya Amar

"Excellent Italian food at Nonna + Zuchero. We visited Nonna on a Sunday evening at about 7PM. The server who was waiting on us was very helpful and..."

Karan Bhansali

"Cute location and atmosphere! We split wine and a prosciutto and burrata, which was delicious. The pasta was amazing and tasted so fresh. We didnt..."

Melissa Lim

"Place is epic. The pizzas are extremely flavorful and authentic. Especially the, Salciccia pizza. It has calibrisi peppers only from Italy and the..."

Darren Baker

"Service was great and food was very flavorful. We had the gnocci fritta appetizer, focaccia, bianco pizza, tortellini funghi, and pomodoro pasta. I..."

amber enriquez

"I think the food is okay, but it's more Italian-American than authentic Italian. Out of the stuff we ordered, I liked the eggplant parmigiana. They..."

Anne Plaza

"Dinner here for my wife's birthday. Service and food were beyond over the top. Our waiter came and sang Happy Birthday in Italian to her. It was..."

Erik Camacho

"I was a little taken aback or bummed out when we were not offered outdoor seating and then walked right through the main dining area, down a very..."

Scott Harm

Barbusa

82/100 (3013 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The lobster and squid ink pasta was the best I have had ever! My husband had the linguini with clams (red sauce) also excellent. This family really..."

Soni Gaw-Le Beau

"We needed a res for a party of 9 on a Saturday, they moved some things around to accommodate. The food and service were above and beyond..."

Michael Cameron

"Amazing food and service. We had the squash blossoms, the meatballs, yellowtail, watermelon salad, seafood pasta and dessert and each dish was..."

Gavin Linde

"Our group of four was in town for a convention and strolled upon the restaurant while walking through Little Italy on a Sunday night. The menu looked..."

Ed Ford

"Excellent service, Excellent food! We had the spaghettini with crab, YUM! Kids had pizza, YUM! My husband had the chef's special Sword fish, YUM!..."

Diana Diaz Powell Blue

"We had dinner at Barbusa our last night in San Diego and will definitely return the next time we are in town. There was 5 of us and every dish was..."

Richard Collins

"Go here now. The food and the service was amazing. The Brussels sprouts risotto was so good! The atmosphere was terrific and our server, Sophia,..."

Martha Waltz Wewer

"Best Italian food I’ve ever had! Definitely worth visiting this..."

Grace Aviña

"My son found this place in Little Italy, we definitely wanted Italian food while down there. They had a really nice restaurant inside and lots of..."

Scot Meeker

"No waiting needed whet your arrived at around 5:30. Food came out fast, and the service was great. The only complaint was my husband finding peas in..."

Vivi Goenawan

"This is a fun and happening place in the heart of Little Italy. It's quite loud inside (but fun loud), so we dined outside on the bustling sidewalk...."

Jo-Anne Redwood

"Outstanding! Great service and Delicious food. They accommodated our group of 14 people. We were able to bring our own cake and they kept it in the..."

May Par

"Barbusa, a charming Italian eatery located in the heart of Little Italy. Being a popular spot in this bustling neighborhood, I highly recommend..."

Hsin-Yi Kao

"Barbusa is a great Italian restaurant in Little Italy! The ingredients on the pizza are simple, fresh, and classic. The lasagna was delicious. I..."

I C

"Lovely place. Modern Sicilian cuisine. Good sized portions. Very enjoyable dinner. I had the short rib lasagna. My daughter had the bone marrow pasta..."

Karyn Fisher

"Sat outside on a cool, busy, Wednesday evening under a heater. It was quiet outside and a beautiful, comfortable setting. The food was delicious and..."

Rachel Fugate

Patrick Bélanger

"I mean wow! Everything about this place was amazing! The lollipop chops, the crab salad, the shrimp appetizer, the tuna, the Cesar salad, the wine,..."

Jessica A

"It was my second time eating at Barbusa. My first experience was so good that I had to stop by when I came back into town. Again, it did not..."

Christopher Peperato

"I wish I could give this place 10 stars. Amazing atmosphere, let's say Fine dining with a Vibe. The music was great not to loud. The staff was..."

Wayne

"Had a great time for a little outing at Barbusa on a weekday night. It was very nice. The bar is always my favorite place to sit. We got cocktails..."

David J Bohnet

"This is a amazing Italian restaurant that my friend recommend it (reservations are a must even on Monday nights). We had a great time there!..."

Mariana “Mari Santiago” Santiago

"We celebrates our friends birthday at Barbusa and it was the best experience I had. The pasta and drinks were delicious. The ambiance reminds me of..."

Chris Sa

Landini's Pizzeria

82/100 (3131 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"The highest rated pizza shop in Little Italy is New York style? It’s not life-changing but you can just tell by the color of everything that these..."

Dom Ku

"The pizza slice was so thin, crispy and nicely cooked. The cheese and sauce texture was nicely mixed up and giving a good taste. I had a margarita..."

Manan Shah

"Pizza that hits you in good way! 🔥🔥 I've been craving for some mouthwatering pizza ever since I arrived annnd I found the location! The pizza..."

Pedro Lopez

"I can't recall the specific types of pizzas we ordered, but they were absolutely worth the visit! The sausage on the first slice had a unique and..."

Owen N

"I honestly couldn't tell you the type of pizzas we got but my gosh it was worth the stop! The sausage on the first slice was nothing we have ever..."

Saundra Santiago

"Pizza slices were delicious, after attending SD Comic Con my daughter and I wanted a couple of slices from this place before we headed back to the..."

Panda “Contributor” Man

"Pizza by the slice is excellent! About 12 options to choose from. We went here twice during our trip since it was so good. Crust is thin, crispy, and..."

Rick Brenda Schulze

"Best Italian food I've had in San Diego since I moved here almost 50 years ago. That says a lot. Came with a big green salad and half a loaf of hot..."

jose Jimenez

"Stopped in for a quick lunch with two friends. We each had a slice of pizza, two of us had the slice, salad and drink combo special ($13.99). Pizza..."

Diana Kiesel

"First time in little Italy and this pizza place caught our eye just by walking by and seeing them. Everyone was so nice there and pizza was..."

Nina Dahlgren

"Very good New York-style..."

Tilden “TC” Clark

"Great pizzaria in little Italy. They do fresh pizza by the slice and very large whole pizzas. Open late (last 11pm) with work and service. Vegan..."

Lucas Garcia

"Legit new york style pizzeria in the heart of Little Italy San Diego. Full meal for under $12. THANK YOU!!! Lots of seating inside and out. I..."

A Universal Woman

"Anytime I'm near Little Italy I have to stop at this place. The pizza is excellent. Pizza by the slice is convenient. It is how I usually order for..."

John Escobar

"If you want a pizza-by-slice, this is a good spot! You don’t have much wait time as the pizzas are ready and they just heat up your slice on..."

SB Duggirala

"It was a busy evening and waited for 40 mins for our Michael Angelo pizza with pesto . It was worth the wait . It was complete Italian experience at..."

Japan Shah

"My favorite go-to places in Little Italy 🇮🇹. Great late night or anytime snack. Delicious..."

Evelyn Diaz Reyes

De Medici Ristorante Italiano

"Service was amazing!! Very attentive but not at all to the point of annoying. The staff definitely wants you to enjoying your dinner. Our server was..."

Amanda Ramirez Yuk

"De Medici in the Gaslamp District of San Diego is one of the classic Italian staples in the area! It takes you back to an old world feel that you..."

TJ Corredine

"Been here a couple of times. The restaurant has an old school feel. It's also pretty good in size. Dine in the dining roomor on the patio. Our..."

Nette Rab

"Went on a recommendation of a friend. He said that they're the only one who do Caesar salad the *real* way, like the original Caesar's in TJ. Caesar..."

Zach Cameron

"Staff was very friendly and welcoming. After perusing the menu and hearing recommendations I had to go with the sole portofino. Hands down one of the..."

Alyssa Y

"Very elegant atmosphere, nice seating. The owner and his staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was..."

eugene wade

"Visited this fine establishment during my visit to San Diego. It was a phenomenal experience from the moment we stepped in the door. The service and..."

La'Kendra Garrison

"More “old school” Italian restaurant located in the Gaslamp. Good wine list, including a reserve list with some notable selections. Engaging..."

Mistral Biscay

"Top quality service! Seamus is one of the best waiters we've ever had. He even made our toddlers feel very welcome in a fancy..."

Gordie Hanna

"Their Mac and cheese was life changing. We sat outside and it was such a fun and cute area to explore. This restaurant is a true..."

Caitlyn G

"Oh my gosh. This is a GEM. So many table side experiences. Went for a special occasion. I would return to San Diego Just to go to this place..."

Leon Wood

"Good food. Upscale italian. A little old style. The owner is amazing..."

Ron Fousek

"Omg this was our 1st time there I must say we will definitely be back with more friends and family thanks again for the awesome service and the..."

Phyllis Smith

"Great food, great service, great experience. Thank you to the restaurant for a great late birthday dinner tonight for my sister. It was perfect,..."

Molly H. Depp

"Outstanding Italian restaurant...tremendous food, service and ambiance. One of the best plates of veal parmigiana I've ever..."

doug glenn

"Excellent food. Excellent setting and friendly staff. We ordered an expensive wine and they showed up with a full set old fashion aerator. We ordered..."

Ali Erfani

"Best Italian food..delicious sangria, tiramisu and chicken and shrimp..."

Claudia C.

"Been here a couple times now, for brunch and dinner, and I have to say I'm in love! The service is awesome and the staff are all super sweet and..."

Eds Mathews

"This place was awesome... Great food, friendly service, nice looking restaurant, my wife and I really enjoyed ourselves here. The owner even walks..."

Dominic Gerleve

Asti Ristorante

82/100 (3346 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Sophia was excellent both service and recommendations. The food was amazing. From the moment we sat down, the service, professionalism was..."

Ken Johnson

"Visiting San Diego for 3 days and wanted Italian food. We can to this beautiful spot around 4pm on a Sunday. The place is super clean! We ordered..."

Rhonda Martin

"I had a wonderful experience at this place. I came to San Diego and had never been here before. Honestly, I wasn't even very hungry, but I loved the..."

Регина-Мария Похорская

"This was a great place to eat! The food was great, the wine was perfect and the service was exceptional! Saini did a great job checking in on us and..."

Victoria Thomas

"What a wonderful dining experience! The wait staff was attentive and had great recommendations for dinner. I still am savoring the memory of the..."

L Kutcher

"Service was exceptional. Food was very expensive, so maybe not the option for lunch. Gnocchi doesn't come with a side, but the chicken marsala was..."

sabrina m

"Service, food, drinks and atmosphere...all five stars!! Wish I remembered the servers name. Super nice and personable! We will be..."

c w

"Tour guide told us it was the best Italian food in San Diego. It was wonderful, but beware the specials... 6 homemade lobster ravioli meal was $31..."

Chris Fitch

"I celebrated my birthday on October 8 with my family, and we had a fantastic time with a group of 20. Our waiter, Saini, and the entire crew were..."

Bruce L

"Food was solid. Someone in the reviews compared it to Olive Garden, definitely BETTER than Olive Garden but not exactly amazing. Solid. Atmosphere..."

Jessica

"Portion sizes are big (lots of seafood) and very fresh, and the waiter super attentive. There's also outside seating and despite being a big group we..."

Wing yun Cheung

"Such a delightful dining experience! The wait staff was attentive and provided excellent dinner recommendations. I'm still savoring the memory of the..."

Sam L

"Nice atmosphere, delicious food but the staff is very..."

Nadezhda Shalobalo

"Siani offered amazing service. When he saw us outside looking at the menu, he told us about the food, bottomless mimosas, etc. we decided to stay and..."

Cecilia Martinez

"We dined with Saini and had the most wonderful dining experience. He timed everything perfectly between food and drinks. He was kind and thoughtful...."

Hallie Strickland

"Visiting San Diego and came here for dinner on a week night. We were quickly seated outdoors as the weather was great. My husband ordered the salmon..."

Bea R.

"This place is a must visit! The food is truly phenomenal! Excellent 🍸 cocktails, staff service outstanding. Can't wait to come back to San Diego..."

jinx newhausen

Searsucker

81/100 (4605 ratings)

"We arrived a bit early but were able to take advantage of the $7 per glass of red wine happy hour. Wine was well worth the money and bartender was..."

Kevin Borillo

"Trendy and fun place for cocktails and lunch/brunch. Too loud inside during evening to have any dinner conversation. Interesting menu with lots of..."

Patricia V Waldron

"Been here two times and each time has been made wonderful by the staff. The food and the drinks are A+ but the service provided by the people who..."

Andy Ortiz

"Great place with nice vibe, good food and great drinks. Service was excellent. Our main meal took a while but he waiter went beyond his means to keep..."

Diego Rodriguez

"When friends and family visit San Diego, they have a mistaken pre-conception of Gaslamp being a culinary nexus of interesting restaurants, enticing..."

Jay Keyes

"This place was awesome! The drinks were incredible with great views of the Gaslamp quarter in action. Spent a few hours just taking in the..."

Yogi

"Everyone enjoyed drinks and food. Restaurant lighting good, lots of seating and types of seating. We really enjoyed the biscuits, meatballs, and..."

Max M

"I would give Searsucker a 4.5 if I could. It's just a hair shy of a five but that should not stop you from coming here to enjoy the great food! We..."

Mike

"By far one of the best gin and tonics. Not ordered by myself of course - I have not given up on bourbon. But when a purple gin came out I had to try...."

Alex Holston

"I had the Peter Rabbit cocktail, brussel sprouts and a beet salad. They were all excellent! My friends also thoroughly enjoyed the tomato bisque and..."

Kristin

"The place was really busy but somehow we managed to get a place to sit really quick. The atmosphere was good and the DJ played really good music on a..."

Jacqueline G

"So good! Smoked Old fashioned, biscuits with honey and soft butter, shrimp & grits, hot crab dip and duck fat fries plus St. Patrick Day festivities..."

Lizzie D

"We had lunch here and it was absolutely amaaaaazzzzing! 🤩🤗 Really tasty fresh dishes. We tried the shrimp taco, and the chicken burger and both..."

Andrew Sallabank

"Very nice place. They were only serving at the bar. It was happy hour. The bartenders were very friendly. The mussels were ok. The fries were good,..."

Lanie Griswold

"This place is bananas. Total party. If you're looking for a fun, crazy time I'd recommend it. Food was decent, vibes are crazy and people seem to..."

Amanda Lim

"Place is bad to the bone. Great atmosphere for a perfect date. Food, drinks and service was amazing. I would definitely come..."

Gabriel Carb

"The food was very good, loved the menu. The service was excellent. Easy valet..."

Katharina Godts

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

81/100 (1944 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"Thanks for making my best friend’s birthday celebration special and still taking us in even when we got there close to your closing time. The food..."

Kris Monicka Simpao-Asman

"It was absolutely beautiful inside I love the interior it was simple definitely eat there in the evening time because I have a feeling with the..."

April Maraschiello-Gatewood

"I stumbled across this place and wow what a find. I made reservations online and under comments explained it was my wifes Birthday and we only had an..."

Wade Treadwell

"Visiting from Deltaville VA, and this was the best food and atmosphere. Our waiter Thomas was phenomenal. His professionalism was spot on. Great..."

Rachel R. Dickerson

"Wonderful place. So beautiful and great food. Service was awesome..."

Melissa Gossman James

"Excellent Italian food! Ask to sit at the mezzanine area and you can people watch to your heart’s content. Osso Bucco was..."

Michelle Fitzgerald

"Great food, great service. Harpist added a fine ambience to an already classy..."

Sandy Bailey Parker

"Excellent service. Great wine list and piano..."

Joseph Ryan Cummings

"Service amazing and the food is very high..."

Nicole Marks-Villanueva

"The food was wonderful as was the services. We arrived close to closing time and they served us with no pressure or rushing us. They even helped with..."

Ellen Nancy Carlson

"What a great place. Went there for new years eve. Great service, wonderful..."

Patricia Messina Pick

"Best lasagna and fresh mozzarella! Service was wonderful and we were not rushed with our..."

Lisa Weiler

"Best lasagna ever!!! Great service,& amazing Itslian dishes. The owner is so friendly, & service was..."

Becky Newell

"Excellent Food and ServiceFriendly staff, great seevice. The saladas and pasta were delicious. Everything well prepared an very..."

Rachita Rawat

"If your in downtown San Diego and want Italian be sure and check out Salvatore’s. Great food and excellent service. Justin was very attentive and..."

Samiksha Seth

"Well a really good place for Italian food. Authentic food and amazing wine options. If it is the bread basket or soup or risotto or salads. They..."

Gaurav Seksaria

"Its such a fancy and romantic place to go to dinner. The food is delicious and the service was excellent . We had dessert on the house since it was a..."

Nancy Moeller

"Very nice. Good food, good service, What else can one ask from a..."

Varda Le

"Authentic Italian. Friendly bar service. Manager is obviously engaged with his staff. Food is..."

Richard Popwell

"A real Resturant. We found this place by accident - and were very impressed. The food is good, the service attentive but unobtrusive and it's a great..."

Edmund

"Beautiful décor, delicious food, and fantastic service, make this restaurant a must -go for diners for diners looking for a romantic..."

Melissa Humphrey

"Place is solid. Waiter was friendly and thoughtful with his recommendations especially for drinks. The drinks were good and the presentation was..."

E W III

"Top 5 pizza places in the city for me. You don't need to go to Little Italy. The crust is light and crunchy with fresh ingredients; the pie not too..."

Me

"Hidden gem! Shocked this place isn’t packed constantly. Probably the bold choice of locations. Near the Marina District with not much else..."

Kevin Rands

"Came here for dinner with a work party and it was very good. The Brussels sprouts are a delicious starter. Their pizzas, lobster ravioli, linguine al..."

Derek J

"Salvatore’s is a modern take on Italian fare, with creative drinks and a modern environment. If you’re looking to seat more than a few guests, I..."

Micah Weesner

"Came here to celebrate my birthday weekend last month and I'm so glad that I did. I specifically came here because I follow @whatericacraves on IG ...."

Dray Scott

"I celebrated my 25th birthday at this restaurant, and it is absolutely stunning! The food was a solid 10/10. We indulged in the divine mushroom..."

Tommy May

"I just went here for my 25th birthday. This restaurant is gorgeous! The food was 10/10. We ordered the mushroom pasta it was divine. We also had the..."

Alexandra Tee

"Extremely wonderful ambience! This place is BEAUTIFUL...oh and the food is delicious too. Although I forgot to take pictures of my entree, the..."

Nina Carroll

"Amazing experience here. Absolutely amazing and quick service. Staff was very friendly. Even had some stop so I could finish taking my photo before..."

Salem Robertson

"A hidden Downtown SD gem, this is a fun place for birthdays, dates, brunch, and just hanging at the bar. Excellent service, food, and wine and liquor..."

Susan Tapert

"Real cool place, with great food. The wait staff were very attentive and made sure to check on us while we were there. My wife ordered wine and I..."

John S

"So much fun! They had good music, drinks, and a belly/fire dancer for..."

Leyli Lujan

"Dropped in for brunch today and what an experience! I was blown away by the interior design of the place. Quite ritzy and upscale. One of the best..."

Lorenzo Wright

"I celebrated my milestone birthday at Salvatore's private lounge, and I am thrilled to share that all of my guests had a wonderful time and couldn't..."

Sana Goss

"Our experience there was memorable. We celebrated two birthdays at once and they did everything they could to accommodate our requests. Belly was our..."

Patty Gutierrez

"I like the remodel, it's cute and trendy inside. The cocktails are named after San Diego neighborhoods, I tried a Northpark (mezcal) and a Little..."

Danielle M

Soda And Swine

80/100 (1331 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

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"Soda and Swine uses creative meatball themed dishes and slap on bacon to concoct delicious options to please your pallet. A decent beer selection and..."

Andrew Banegas

"Excellent food, drinks, and service! The bartender was very knowledgeable and could make a nice cocktail. The food service staff were super friendly..."

Michele Cranwell Schmidt

"This is a real treat! Definitely a DDD place :D The service is absolutely wonderful and the food is creative and fun. The atmosphere is quaint and..."

Tia Tilley

"Seriously the best burger we ever had was at this place. Service is great and good is excellent. Can't wait to bring our friends..."

Briana Bauer

"We stopped in just before heading back home from a run-away weekend in Old Town, San Diego. What a perfect way to top of a great weekend. The only..."

Steve Manning

"Great place great people awesome food , meatball sub is a must plus the dirty..."

David Carranza

"This place is always so kid friendly and has a great atmosphere. Super chill and very nice orange lighting that really gets the melatonin going--if..."

David Hatfield

"The ambiance and the food are excellent. The pork belly sliders were delicious, and the happy hour cocktails are a great..."

Sandra Roman

"Loved the look and feel of this place. We went on a Tuesday evening and it was around 6, so it was not too busy yet. The service at the ordering..."

Shawn McCall

"My son and I came here by accident. So happy we did. It was a fun place, every single room had a different theme. It was fun, retro, and all the..."

JennMartin E

"Nice place to chill over some drinks and appetizers. Layout is very cool - a bar, small and large tables, and a patio. They also have the longest..."

Mark Burns

"The food is amazing. Probably the best place in San Diego for food. The staff is outgoing and helpful to your needs. I love how the water is in a..."

Alea Sokashi

"I really became a fan from the Adams Ave location... We have ventured to this location a few times and i am big fan of the counter to table concept..."

Michael Pham

"I came hear on a Thursday afternoon and had an excellent experience. It sounds like they can get busy, but around 2pm on a Thursday there wasn't a..."

Justin Whiting

"Of the two Soda and Swine locations this is my preferred site and I live close to the Adams Avenue location. Don't get fooled by the name because..."

steven turner

"*Liberty Station SECRET SPOT* The staff is professional and friendly. Ask for Alexis, she is the best and loves families. The atmosphere is fun and..."

S. R. SCHWARZ

"My experience at Soda and Swine was great! The restaurant itself was filled with natural light, lush green plants, and a fooseball table with a glass..."

Julia Denbaugh

"Shorter than normal review cause I'm hungry. I always wonder if hunger taints a good review because the taste buds are famished. It really doesn't..."

M V

"They had a nice little floral centerpiece at every table, the food was good, but you are limited to meatballs and spaghetti, there were more drink..."

Will E. Stylzz

"An excellent corner spot that should be recognized for their "soda," aka $5 cocktails, and many other libations, wines, draft beers. On this Tuesday..."

Daran Thach

"Not just Soda and Swine! I had the beef slider and the apple salad, and it was really good! The staff were attentive and friendly, the food was food,..."

Postalbyke

"Great food, friendly staff. I tried three of their sliders to try a little of everything & they were all simple, tasty, & fresh. The pickled..."

Travis Nance

"If you're looking for a hip, family friendly, good tasting dining experience look no further. Before you step in the front door, play a game of..."

Steve Mahard

"Amazing location, service, as well as food and drinks. Love their old fashioned and the sliders of course. The pies are amazing too! What's awesome..."

Zuzana Votrubec

Fairouz Restaurant & Gallery

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such a fantastic experience! This family owned and operated restaurant is like eating in an art gallery or your favorite uncle’s house. Owned by 2..."

Drisana Moss

"This is an excellent place for any meal of the day. I stopped in for lunch on a Monday and only wish I could have stayed longer. Sami kindly greeted..."

Alex Barone

"Amazing food, great vibes, lovely atmosphere and art, and the hosts are wonderful! They will take care of you like they are receiving you in their..."

Carolina Martin Ramos

"The service was great and the chef (Sahar) made the food delicious. Ibrahim (The owner), was super sweet and put a good atmosphere to the restaurant...."

Mohammad Naser

"Probably the best Middle Eastern food we’ve ever had! The falafel was so soft, the gyro meat was fresh and light, and the stuffed grape leaves were..."

Aakriti Agrawal

"Excellent spot to eat it and try medditernian food. The staff is extremely welcoming, especially the owner. He's funny, witty, good with kids, and..."

Azzam Aziz

"Fayrouz Cafe is a haven that marries Middle Eastern flavors with a warm, familial embrace. Owners Sami and Sahar personify the essence of..."

Nadeem Bahou

"This place if oozing with love for food, hospitality, and creative expression. Will definitely be back for great food and great vibes. Try the..."

Mira A.S.

"Visiting San Diego and we were craving Mediterranean food, found this little gem that had the most delicious hummus, babaganush, & falafel ever! But..."

Lila Bowman

"Visiting this restaurant is an absolutely wonderful experience. From the tasteful food, the friendly family staff, and the beautiful world class..."

P Jordan

Mimmo's

78/100 (3236 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"You cannot go wrong at this restaurant. Friendly service and exceptional food. The home made bread and pasta were phenomenal. The menu is very..."

Romallus Murphy

"Great atmosphere, an enjoyable vibe at a price! Definitely a compliment to the establishment for its wonderful staff and atmosphere. Their friendly..."

Pedro Lopez

"We absolutely loved the food & the ambience here! Our server was friendly & attentive and all our orders (party of 6) were correct. We went on a..."

N Bent

"Beautiful little restaurant right in the middle of the action of Little Italy! I ordered food to go. The phone service was kind and helpful. When I..."

Tani Wade

"The wine selection! The handsome servers! The outdoor seating! The best linguine of my life! I will be dreaming about this meal for months. Utter..."

Rachel Iverson

"This place was really good. We stopped in for lunch a bit after 1 on a Saturday, and there was plenty of very shaded patio seating. We were happy..."

Steven Ellison

"The most amazing restaurant in all of Little Italy in San Diego. Owner is super sweet, its also a family owned business. Everything was exceptional...."

T Z

"The outdoor dining was perfect on a sunny San Diego al fresco weather. One of the best Italian pasta I had. Staff are really friendly and the grated..."

Chris Sa

"5 stars is really tough to give but this place was really close. We were in town for Comic Con and kinda picked this place blindly. I’m glad we..."

Mike Newman

"Our server was Ignacio and he did a amazing job with his recommendations for wine pairing with each of our dishes. We had Shrimp/Crab Rav and Lasagna..."

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